AELO Alumni | Allison + Jonathan, 6/17/16

VENUE: CHATEAU RITZ | PHOTOGRAPHY: ROBYN RACHEL PHOTOGRAPHY | CAKE: SUGAR HILLS BAKERY | FLORIST: LIFE IN BLOOM | LIGHTING + DRAPING: A POSH PRODUCTION | CEREMONY MUSICIANS: MAGNOLIA STRINGS | DJ: A-Z ENTERTAINMENT | VIDEOGRAPHER: SOMETHING NEW MEDIA | HAIR + MAKE UP:

Allison and Jonathan's day was one right out of the storybooks.  The wedding took place at the Chateau Ritz and it was a beautiful setting for these two.  The romantic ceremony set the tone for the whole day. Allison truly looked like a princess as she walked down the candle lit aisle.  After the wedding, the couple greeted all of their guests just as the King and Queen of England would. They walked out onto the balcony overlooking all of their guests who were waving American and British flags. They waved to their adoring guests and then proceeded down the elegant staircase surrounded by their loving bridal party. As they walked through their loved ones, guests threw rose petals on the beautiful couple.  The rest of the evening was filled with laughter, dancing and most of all, love. They even had the amazing John Cleese provide a speech for the couple! We wish these two a lifetime of love and happiness!

 

 

AELO Alumni | Lauren + Mike, 6/11/16

CHURCH: HOLY FAMILY | VENUE: ST. IGNATIUS | PHOTOGRAPHY: STEVEN ROSENBERG | DJ: PARTY TIME AMERICA | BOUQUETS: STEVE'S FLOWER MARKET | CATERING: KENMARE

The Doctors Breen are an impressive pair! Incredibly smart, kind, capable, and of course, gorgeous! We were thrilled to be a part of their day, and even though it was one of the hottest days of the year, they beamed at each other constantly and danced the night away! 

We couldn't be happier for these two -- dream clients, amazing wedding, and wonderful memories. Steven Rosenberg did an excellent job capturing the colorful dresses and florals and giant smiles on everyone's faces! Congratulations, Lauren & Mike! 

AELO Alumni | Taylor + Arturo, 7/9/16

CEREMONY: ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI, BOLINGBROOK | RECEPTION: NOAH'S NAPERVILLE | CATERING: CHEF BY REQUEST | PHOTOGRAPHY: H PHOTOGRAPHY | FLORIST: ZUZU'S PETALS | STATIONARY: STUDIO GREEN STAR | BAKER: DELFIA MONDRAGON | DJ + PHOTOBOOTH: ADMIT ONE DJS | HAIR AND MAKEUP: BRIDAL BRIGADE + RENEE EDGCOMB

Taylor and Arturo are such a fun, good looking couple and their wedding day mirrored them completely. From their beautiful ceremony at Taylor’s childhood church, to the lively cocktail hour where mariachis serenaded the wedding guests, to the incomparable floral and metals and geometric shape décor by Zuzus Petals—their wedding was as charming and beautiful as they are. We had a blast working with Taylor and Arturo and wish them all the best!

AELO Alumni | Simone + Marty, 7/30/16

VENUE: CITY VIEW LOFT | PHOTOGRAPHY: FRANNY IACUZZI | DJ: TOAST + JAM | FLORIST: FOUR FINCHES | CAKE: DINKEL'S BAKERY | HAIR + MAKEUP: DEBRA PETRIELLI | VIDEO: VANILLA VIDEO

Simone & Marty are two teachers who fell in love while teaching at the same school. City View Loft provided the perfect setting for their heartfelt wedding, Four Finches created beautiful berry, blush and cream floral arrangements and as always, Toast & Jam kept everyone out on the dance floor. A surprise dance mob for the bride and groom made the night one to remember. We wish you many years of happiness, Simone and Marty!

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AELO Alumni | Laura + Max, 5/29/16

VENUE: BOND CHAPEL / QUADRANGLE CLUB | PHOTOGRAPHER: INGRID BONNE PHOTOGRAPHY | HAIR AND MAKEUP: TOTAL IMAGE BRIDAL | FLORALS AND DECOR: STUDIO AG | DJ: TOAST AND JAM | SWEETS: A BAKER'S TALE | CAKE: AMY BECK CAKE DESIGN 

What an absolutely wonderful couple. We loved Laura and Max's book themed wedding! They pulled all of their details off so well, and it was absolutely gorgeous. From their touching ceremony in the gorgeous Bond Chapel, to the homemade challah on every table from the MOG, and the absolutely packed dance floor, these two had a wonderful sunshiney day. And if the love in the room is any indication of their future, these two cuties are going to have a very long, happy life together. 

Congratulations, Laura and Max!